day 1
what is a farm?
any place from which $1000 in plants or produce Is sold
what is one factor that affects reaction time?
Experience,Age,Fitness,Fatigue,Illness,Preoccupation,Distraction,Mood,Drugs medication,Alcohol and tobacco,Machine vibrations,Poor vision,Poor hearing
what is a crush point?
two objects are moving toward each other, or when one object is moving toward a stationary object
what are the signs of aggression from an animal?
Raised or pinned ears, Raised tail or hair on the back, Bared teeth, Snorting, Pawing the ground, Aggressive forward movement
where to store pesticides?
Keep pesticides and related materials in a designated locked cabinet, isolated room or separate building.
- Control access to the storage area and post “Pesticide Storage” signs to warn others.
- Never store pesticides near food, seed, feed, fertilizers or other products that can become contaminated.
- Always store pesticides in the original container with an attached label.
- If storing pesticides on shelves, store liquids below dry powders or granuals.
- Check pesticide containers periodically for leaks, breaks, or corrosion.
in 1976 congress restricted who from wasting funds to enforce rules on farms fewer than 10 employees?
OSHA
what are some appropriate task for a 12 -13 year old on a farm
Hand raking and digging,Limited power tool use with,supervision,Handling/assisting with,animals
what is a pinch point?
two machine points move together and at least one of the parts moved in a circle
what is ppe for live stock?
Sturdy and/or steel toed boots, Non-skid soles, Leather or work gloves, Equestrian helmets, Hearing protection in noisy environments, Respiratory protection in dusty environments, Goggles if debris is present, Protect exposed skin against sun exposure, cover your ears, neck and arms
what are the common pesticeds used on a farm?
Common pesticides used on the farm include herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides
since 1969 the us department of labor declared that younth under what age is illegal.
16
what are the appropriate task for a 14-15 year old on a farm?
Equipment maintenance,Manual feeding of livestock Operating tractors for field work, including those with implements that are three-point mounted, use remote hydraulics, and/or are PTO-driven, Raking hay, Operating a pressure washer ,Operating lawn mower or garden tractor
what is a pull-in points?
rotating parts that comes in close contact with each other
Pinned against a wall or fence by large livestock, Kicked by, Knocked over and/or stepped on, Bitten in the process of handling temperamental animals. Those working with livestock have a greater risk of experiencing allergy symptoms, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
Exposure to pesticides causing poisoning or a health condition is the most common injury
what is the EPA?
the us environmental protection agency
how many estimated youth of ages 10 to 15 were injured in 2014
5,376 youth
what si stored energy?
when energy that is confined is released unexpectedly
how can you prevent injury's with live stock?
Practice low stress animal handling. Be quiet but seen, move slowly and approach from the side so that livestock are not startled. Work in well-lit areas. Keep the livestock’s routine similar so they don’t balk at changes. Always have an escape route so you’re not pinned by the animal. Take caution when around male livestock who are often territorial in nature. Allow young animals to stay close to their mother and take extra caution.
how to handle pesticides?
- Become familiar with the pesticide being used. Read and follow the information on the label.
- Use all label recommended personal protective equipment for mixing, application, and clean up. Examples include: chemical gloves, goggles, respirator, chemical apron, long sleeve shirt, long pants, and proper footwear
- Mix or pour concentrated pesticides below waist level, to minimize any splash or fumes near the face.
- Stand up wind so that fumes or dusts are blown away from the body.
- Mix or pour in a well - ventilated area.
- Prepare only the amount needed for application.
- Clean up spills or leaks immediately.
- Follow first aid procedures on the label if an exposure occurs.
- Securely close containers immediately after use.
- Use the proper equipment and follow the label requirements for application.
- Exercise caution when applying in sensitive areas where drift could affect others.
- Follow the pesticide’s re-entry time and procedures after application.
- Triple rinse and dispose of empty containers properly
- Wash personal protective equipment and exposed clothing immediately after use.
who exempted youth 14-15 Year's of age under a student-learner program
how many fatalities were associated with working in the agriculture, forestry fishing, and hunting industries in 2018?
574
no loose clothing wear tight fitting cloths,keep cuffs buttoned, keep shirts tucked in
what is animal behavior that influences interactions?
livestock become skittish when their ordinary routines or familiar surroundings change. Animals have a social order and the leader may react if threatened. Domestic livestock, especially cattle and sheep, are herd animals. They may become agitated when isolated, will try to return to the group, and push humans out of the way in the process. Livestock detect people by their movement, if the movements are sudden, animals may bolt. Many animals are color blind and have poor depth perception, causing them to balk or resist handling. Mothers with young are fiercely protective.
what is a pesticide?
A pesticide is any substance or mixture of substances used to prevent unwanted living organisms from causing damage to crops, animals, or humans.